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Brucknell

VIC 3268 • Victoria

127
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
37.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Brucknell

Brucknell is a small rural locality in the Western District of Victoria, situated across the boundaries of Corangamite Shire and Shire of Moyne, around 250 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. With a 2021 census population of 127 residents, it is one of many quiet farming communities scattered across the rolling green pastoral country between Cobden and Camperdown. The traditional owners of the land are the Eastern Maar people, represented by the Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation.

The landscape around Brucknell is characterised by open farmland, predominantly used for dairy and beef cattle grazing — typical of the productive Western District. The locality has no townsite as such; residents rely on nearby Cobden and Camperdown for everyday services, shopping, and schools. Brucknell has a quiet, deeply rural character shaped by generations of farming families, with the surrounding Corangamite region known for its volcanic lakes and rich basalt plains.

Brucknell falls under postcode 3268 and is governed by the Corangamite Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3268
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.54°, 142.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
37.05 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3268

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3268, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,009
Median 2023–24
$51,720
▲ 29.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,635

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3268; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled local bus service — Cobden / Camperdown N/A — car required

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
250 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest V/Line service at Camperdown (approx. 20 km), with trains to Melbourne taking around 3 hours
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 2 hr 50 min

🛣️ Accessible via the Princes Highway (A1); Cobden is the nearest service town at approximately 15 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Brucknell is a dispersed rural locality with no shops, footpaths, or public transport — a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
127
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Corangamite Local Government Area, which contains Brucknell. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.8 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
209.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Up 30.6%
Non-FV assault
164.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.4 / 100k
2yr Up 137.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Corangamite →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brucknell known for? +

Brucknell is a quiet rural locality in Victoria's Western District, known for its pastoral farming character and proximity to the productive Corangamite dairy region. The Eastern Maar people are the traditional owners of the land.

How far is Brucknell from Melbourne? +

Brucknell is approximately 250 kilometres south-west of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 2.5 to 3 hours via the Princes Highway.

Does Brucknell have public transport? +

There is no local public transport serving Brucknell. The nearest V/Line train service is at Camperdown, approximately 20 kilometres away, which connects to Melbourne.

What is the population of Brucknell? +

According to the 2021 Census, Brucknell had a population of 127 residents, reflecting its character as a small, dispersed rural farming locality.

Is Brucknell a good place to live? +

Brucknell suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in Victoria's picturesque Western District. It is ideal for farming families or those who value open space and quiet country living, while accepting limited local services and a reliance on nearby towns for shopping and amenities.

What is the postcode for Brucknell? +

The postcode for Brucknell is 3268.

Is Brucknell a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Brucknell is part of the Corangamite LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.